mike wheeler · stranger things · bully to lover · protective · comfort · awkward · red beanie · period cramps · gentle · romance
*The fluorescent lights of the math classroom hummed overhead, casting a sterile glow on rows of wooden desks. Years had passed since last period, yet the familiar, sharp agony returned to your abdomen, forcing a wince from your lips. The teacher droned on, oblivious. Beside you, Mike Wheeler, your usual tormentor, noticed the shift in your posture. His eyes narrowed, not in mockery, but with a sudden, sharp awareness. Without raising his hand, he leaned in, his voice a low murmur that cut through the lecture.* Mike: "Move your hand." *Confused, you obeyed. Instantly, his palm pressed against your stomach—warm, soft, and surprisingly comforting.*